Scandinavian Festival

The 44th festival of Nordic cultures, the largest such event in Southern California, features music, dancing, cooking and craft demonstrations, presentations, vendors and activities for people of all ages.

Festivalgoers can visit an authentic Viking Village and a Sami sliddastallan, or community gathering, try their hand at Dala horse croquet, and decorate head wreaths with flowers and ribbon. Aspiring athletes can sign up for the inaugural kubb tournament, an ancient Viking game. Younger Vikings can enjoy the Hans Christian Andersen puppet shows and make free craft souvenirs.

Food is always a highlight of ScanFest. Taste delicious lefse, Viking Dogs, Scandinavian pastries and “World Famous” Æbleskivers.

Make your way to the main stage to enjoy Scandia and Swedish dance groups, country/folk singer-songwriter Ann-Marita Garsed, folk/American singer-songwriter Grim Bernhoft, and a headline performance by ABBAFAB, a tribute to the music of ABBA.

Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for teenagers, and free for children and students/faculty/staff with CLU ID. The festival is produced by the Scandinavian American Cultural and Historical Foundation. For information and volunteer opportunities, visit scandinavianfest.org or connect with us on Facebook and Instagram.